Arepa
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An arepa is a type of flatbread made of ground maize dough that may be stuffed with a filling, eaten in northern parts of South America since pre-Columbian times, and notable primarily in the cuisine
Arepas in Venezuela
Arepas being prepared
Variety of pre-roasted arepas at a supermarket in Colombia
Street vendor selling grilled arepas on bijao leaves in Barranquilla
Gordita
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A gordita in Mexican cuisine is a dish made with masa and stuffed with cheese, meat, or other fillings. It is similar to the Colombian and Venezuelan arepa. Two main variations of this dish exist, one
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…ham spread). It can also be split to make sandwiches. Sizes, maize types, and added ingredients vary based on preparation. It is similar to the Mexican gordita, the Salvadoran pupusa, the Ecuadorian tortilla de maíz, and the Panamanian tortilla or changa. The arepa is a pre-Columbian dish from the area that…
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A Veracruz-style gordita, typical of the east coast of Mexico
Gorditas de azúcar (sugar gorditas)